Lackawanna County Library System

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-01-20 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-20 13:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us in our Preschool-Kindergarten Storytime where we read, sing, talk, play and write to build early learning skills.
Geared towards ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.
Please register.

Mayfield Borough
2026-01-20 10:00 - 10:45
Community Stop Information

This stop is open to all members of the community. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned at any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.

Always in Stitches
2026-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-01-20 10:30, 2026-01-21 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a story time featuring stories, songs, finger plays, a craft, and a puppet show with one of the Library’s mascots, Cal or Newbery!
For families with children of all ages. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Preschool Stories: Letter N
2026-01-20 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 20 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn through story and song!
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Little Builders' Party
2026-01-20 11:30, 2026-01-21 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3 through 8 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome!
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Mahjong
2026-01-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our group of National Mah Jongg League, INC. players. No experience necessary.

LEGO Crazy
2026-01-20 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind!
For kids ages 4 and older. No registration required.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Where do bears go in winter?
2026-01-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Bundle up and join us for a wild adventure into the secret world of hibernating animals! In this hands-on class, you’ll become a wildlife detective, uncovering the mysteries of how bears, groundhogs, bats, and other Pennsylvanian creatures survive the chilly winter months.
For Grades 3-6. Registration is required.

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Food Fun
2026-01-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food! We’ll make some easy kid-friendly recipes and practice some cooking skills! For grades K-4 (must already be in kindergarten). Please register.

Pocono Writers' Group
2026-01-20 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 20 at 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Writers of all skill and experience levels are invited to gather with creatives alike to discuss and share their current projects and ideas, extend their support through helpful advice and constructive critique, and motivate each other through the writing process. This group will gather in North Pocono Public Library’s Community Room every third Tuesday of the month.
No registration is required.

Puzzle Swap
2026-01-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring Your Gently Used Puzzles. Join our Puzzle Swap! Drop off gently used puzzles at the Albright Memorial Library from Jan.5 to Jan. 20th to receive swap tickets, or bring them on event night. Puzzles should be complete and in original boxes. Visit anytime during the event to find a new puzzle—no registration needed. For inquiries or additional information, contact Laura at lhendricks@albright.org or call 570-348-3000.

Tech Table
2026-01-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Tech Table is designed to help patrons who need one-on-one assistance using their smartphones, tablets, or laptops. Participants are encouraged to bring specific problems about a technical problem including trouble using an app, slow or malfunctioning technology, or questions about privacy, settings, or security.
No registration is required; appointments are limited to 20-minute sessions, and patrons will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3038

Grief Support Group
2026-01-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Residential Hospice offers a safe space to discuss different types of grief and find healing through community at the Carbondale Public Library. This group will serve as a resource for anyone dealing with the loss of a loved one to find emotional support and coping strategies with a professional healthcare group. This program is open to anyone of any age. Registration is required and can be done at the library or by calling us at 570-282-4281.

The 5:30 Society
2026-01-20 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 20 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Read with the 5:30 Society!
Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the third Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For December’s installment, they will be reading Frozen Lake by Ariel Lawhon.
No registration is required.

Novel Thoughts: "City Spies"
2026-01-20 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Do you have what it takes to be an international spy? The City Spies do. Five kids from different cities around the world are brought together to use their skills in sleight of hand, code breaking, hidden messages, and forensics to go places in the spy world adults can’t.
If this sounds like your kind of book, stop by the library starting Friday, January 2 to get your Spy Kit while supplies last, and then come to the Novel Thoughts Spy School to test your skills!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Intuitive Awareness Session Three
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
3-Week Mini Workshop Series with Medium Tara Grossi
Week Three: Intuitive Play Lab

Fun intuitive guessing games
Psychometry (reading energy from objects)
Envelope/photo reading

Bring an open heart, curious mind, notebook and pen!
Ms. Grossi encourages donations to the Library for hosting this series..

School Age Funtime
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary on Tuesday nights to play games, get creative with arts and crafts, and participate in other fun activities. For ages 5-12. Registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Knot Another Stitch
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our upcoming stitching group! Bring along your current projects and enjoy engaging in friendly conversations with fellow enthusiasts.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers are a Beekeeping group in (but not limited to) Lackawanna County. Our mission is to foster interest in backyard beekeeping and provide a forum for discussion among local beekeepers. Whether you are already a beekeeper, are interested in becoming a beekeeper, are interested in honeybees, or have land that you would like to use to help sponsor a beehive, then this is the place for you. Beekeeping and honey bee information is exchanged in an informal and friendly environment to help keep our honeybees (and other pollinators) healthy and thriving. Families welcome.

Terrific Tales
2026-01-21 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-21 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! For ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Drop In Tech Assistance
2026-01-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A library staff member will be available at these times to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets. Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Information Literacy.

Baby Bounce
2026-01-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Bounce on over to the library for some baby fun! This program is designed to help foster early literacy, social development, and parent-child bonding through songs, rhymes, and board books.

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-01-21 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesdays at 12:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come play Mexican Train Dominoes!
Experience the thrill of the tiles with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Wednesday.
No registration is required.

Movie: Familiar Touch
2026-01-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at the Albright Memorial Library.
This week’s feature is “Familiar Touch”. An octogenarian woman transitions to life in assisted living as she contends with her conflicting relationship to herself and her caregivers amidst her shifting memory, age identity, and desires.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Paint a Cow Plant a Succulent
2026-01-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get creative and have fun painting your very own ceramic cow planter! After decorating it with your favorite colors and designs, you’ll receive a cute succulent to plant inside and take home.
For ages 5-11
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
